Saudi authorities seize drugs in two smuggling attempts
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Saudi authorities seize drugs in two smuggling attempts
File photo of Hashish was foiled (ZATCA)
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Updated 26 February 2025
Arab News
Saudi authorities seize drugs in two smuggling attempts
ZATCA reiterated its commitment to tightening customs controls on imports and exports
Updated 26 February 2025
Arab News
RIYADH: Saudi authorities thwarted two attempts to smuggle drugs at major international airports, seizing nearly 2 kg of hashish and more than 11,000 illegal pills, officials said on Tuesday.
The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority said it confiscated 1.9 kg of hashish at King Fahd International Airport and 11,096 prohibited pills at King Khalid International Airport.
The authority, in coordination with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control, arrested the intended recipient of the shipments.
ZATCA reiterated its commitment to tightening customs controls on imports and exports, vowing to remain vigilant in preventing smuggling and safeguarding the public.
The agency urged the public to report smuggling attempts by calling 1910, emailing [email protected], or using the international number +9661910. It said all reports are treated confidentially, and informants may receive a financial reward if their tip leads to a confirmed offence.
Coffee and chocolate festival draws crowds for a flavorful experience
The exhibition provided opportunities for those interested in increasing their knowledge or professionally pursuing coffee or chocolate making, to attend workshops presented by specialists using the latest training methods
Updated 07 November 2025
SALEH FAREED
JEDDAH: The Jeddah International Coffee and Chocolate Exhibition 2025, which was held from Nov. 5-7 at the Hilton, drew in thousands of visitors this year.
The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the industry and distribution sector.
The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs. (AN photo)
It also included a diverse selection of booths for manufacturers and suppliers promoting sweets, dates, and ice cream.
The exhibition provided opportunities for those interested in increasing their knowledge or professionally pursuing coffee or chocolate making, to attend workshops presented by specialists using the latest training methods.
The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs. (AN photo)
Speaking at the event, Suhail bin Bakr Al-Tayyar, CEO of Nitaq Business Co. who organized the event, stressed that this year鈥檚 edition witnessed broad participation from local and international companies, and interactive programs enriched the visitor experience and supported the growth of this vital sector in the Kingdom.
He said: 鈥淭he exhibition represents a leading national platform to empower Saudi youth and entrepreneurs, and to promote a culture of quality and creativity in the coffee and chocolate industry, in line with the Kingdom鈥檚 Vision 2030 in supporting innovation and developing promising sectors.鈥
The popular annual event featured over 70 exhibitors, including top coffee and chocolate suppliers and manufacturers, entrepreneurs. (AN photo)
Alongside traditional coffee beverages and chocolate tasting, the exhibition included the first-ever Saudi Coffee and Chocolate Championship, along with a number of workshops, competitions, and panel discussions presented by specialists in coffee preparation and chocolate making.
The opening ceremony on Wednesday was attended by top officials from Jeddah Municipality, elite coffee and chocolatiers, entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors.
